Bring dramatic color to the cool season with the striking Camellia japonica ‘Bob Hope’, a beloved evergreen known for its large, deep red, semi-double blooms that illuminate shaded spaces just when the landscape feels its quietest. Flowering from winter into early spring depending on climate ‘Bob Hope’ produces a commanding display of velvety red petals set against glossy, dark green foliage, creating an unforgettable focal point in any garden.

Plant Details & Characteristics

• Common Name: Bob Hope Camellia
  
• Bloom Time: Winter to Early Spring
  
• Exposure: Filtered Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Full Shade
  
• Flower Color: Deep Red, Semi-Double
  
• Foliage Color: Dark Green
  
• Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
  
• Ultimate Size: 6–8 ft. tall and wide (larger with age)
  
• Growth Rate: Moderate
  
• Growth Habit: Upright
  
• Special Features: Non-toxic to Cats & Dogs
  
• Flower Attributes: Showy Blooms
  
• Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen